Two years ago, our round the world trip brought us to Puerto Lopez on the Pacific shores of Ecuador. There we rested in the fishermen village for close to a week. Talking about fishermen, many of them would work long hours in the morning then spend the afternoon playing cards. Just like these two kids, soon sailors to be. (click on picture for high res)

We will slow down on our traveling and rest for two weeks in Rosario. I don’t expect to shoot much here since my eyes also need a little break. I’ll therefore post shots taken during previous stages for a few days. Let’s start by an Ecuador baywatch. If someone is waving at you from the sea, wave back … or stand still, only the cute uniform matters. (click on picture for high res)

Proud of their heritage and will a certain amount of style, the ladies of Cuenca could very well be the characters of a great Western movie. I hope the next generation perpetuates the tradition. (click on pictures for high res)

Don’t worry, a real life version of Mr. Hitchcock’s famous movie did not happen here. Yet, the feel of hundreds of birds flying low over the fishermen’s catch of the day was quite impressive. (click on pictures for high res)